How sociocultural factors affect sleep and heart health in African-American women
Official title: Sociocultural Shifting, Sleep and Cardiometabolic Risk in African-American Women
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10901932 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how certain cultural practices, called 'Shifting', affect sleep problems in African-American women, who are at a higher risk for heart disease, to help find ways to improve their sleep and heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | August 8, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $765,339 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL169955-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901932 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are African-American women experiencing sleep disturbances or at risk for coronary heart disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not African-American women or those without sleep disturbances or cardiovascular risk factors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between sociocultural practices, specifically 'Shifting', and sleep disturbances in African-American women, who face higher risks of coronary heart disease. The study aims to identify how these practices may influence sleep quality and duration, which are critical factors in heart health. By focusing on this specific demographic, the research seeks to fill gaps in understanding the unique challenges faced by African-American women regarding sleep and cardiovascular health. The findings could lead to tailored interventions aimed at improving sleep and reducing heart disease risk in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep health and reduced risk of coronary heart disease for African-American women.
How similar studies have gone: While some qualitative studies have explored the concept of 'Shifting', this research represents a novel approach to empirically investigate its impact on sleep and heart health.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lewis, Tené T — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lewis, Tené T
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.